Western Iowa, IA
Travel Guide





Visit Western Iowa
Where to stay in Western Iowa

Downtown Omaha
Explore the historic core of Omaha, where you'll find the Old Market Historic District, offering boutique shops, dining, and cultural activities. Don't miss the Orpheum Theater and Omaha Children's Museum nearby.

Old Market
Old Market is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, a top place to visit in the area.

Downtown Northeast
While visiting Downtown Northeast, you might make a stop by sights like Joslyn Art Museum and Spirit of Nebraska's Wilderness Park.

NoDo District
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to NoDo District. A stop by Charles Schwab Field Omaha or CHI Health Center Omaha might round out your trip.

Dahlman
Though Dahlman might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and The Durham Museum.

East Omaha
East Omaha is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Missouri River and Freedom Park Navy Museum.

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Popular places to visit

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Why not visit the native and exotic animals at Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and see why this is a favorite attraction in Omaha? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
Why not try your luck with a visit to Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City during your visit to Sioux City? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Omaha Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Omaha Children's Museum during your travels to Omaha. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.

Lake Manawa State Park
You can take time to visit Lake Manawa State Park during your travels to Council Bluffs. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
CHI Health Center Omaha
Catch an event at CHI Health Center Omaha during your trip to Omaha. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Charles Schwab Field Omaha
Catch an event at Charles Schwab Field Omaha during your trip to Omaha. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
- Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
- CHI Health Center Omaha
- Charles Schwab Field Omaha
- Creighton University
- West Okoboji Lake
- Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino
- Mid-America Center
- Orpheum Theater
- Horseshoe Council Bluffs
- Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs
- Arnolds Park
- Sioux City Convention Center
- Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
- Tyson Event Center
- Omaha Children's Museum
- Orpheum Theatre
- 'Boji Splash Indoor Waterpark Okoboji
- Lake Manawa State Park
- Stir Cove
- East Okoboji Lake
- Holland Performing Arts Center
- Buena Vista University
- Clay County Fairgrounds
- CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center
- Heartland of America Park
- Shrine of the Grotto of the Redemption
- Dordt College
- The Durham Museum
- Iowa Western Community College
- Lauritzen Gardens
- Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
- Gene Leahy Mall